."It's hard to be motivated about something that's too far away to get excited about or too big to believe in," explains cognitive hypnotherapist Trevor Silvester (questinstitute.co.uk), also a keen sportsman.Set smaller goals, and you'll feel proud

This week's problem is one that many runners will recognise: How do you cope with being a "beginner" again after injury?"I used to be a half-decent runner. I've run seven marathons with a PB of 3:36, and loads of half marathons and 10Ks

Setting challenging yet attainable goals is key to maintaining a long-term running career. After all, you’re more likely to stay motivated when you have something to work towards and can measure your progress at regular intervals. But picking

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I don’t have a training schedule for a goal race, I find it harder to motivate myself. But if I have a training plan, I’ll be out running on good days and bad days,” says Mike Collyer, of Newcastle.27. Be happy “A positive attitude means everything

-gone. With hundreds of clubs catering for the multifarious runners up and down the country, there's literally something for everyone, from beginner fun-runners to serious pace-setters. Indeed, it's possible to join a running club without ever racing, without being

easily attained, it’s hard to stay motivated. Set your goals too high, though, and you’ll fail to achieve them, which will also dampen your motivation. The best way to preserve your enthusiasm is to set and regularly reset specific time, distance and race

outside your comfort zone takes physical and mental energy, but the joy of hitting your fitness goals or getting faster makes it worthwhile."Image credit: David PlunkertOld Routine: Always run the same workoutsFresh Approach: Mix it up"The body adapts to a

cross-training for runners. It’s low impact, provides an excellent aerobic work-out, and beats the car for commuting!I resolve to Help a beginnerWhy? Remember what is was like when you started running? If a colleague or friend is just starting out, join

Dr Victor Thompson echoes Lee's thoughts. He says that beginners could easily be intimidated if they think they are going to have to keep up with you at your pace."You have to encourage them to go at their pace," he says. "Your goal should be to have